Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

HS v2017 Code: 290321

About unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

HS code 290321 covers the production and trade of unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, including the important chemical compound vinyl chloride (also known as chloroethylene). This industry plays a crucial role in the global chemical and plastics sectors, providing essential raw materials for the manufacture of a wide range of products used across various industries, from construction and automotive to packaging and consumer goods.

Production process

The primary production technique for unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, such as vinyl chloride, involves the chlorination of ethylene. This process typically takes place in a series of reactors, where ethylene gas is combined with chlorine gas under controlled temperature and pressure conditions to produce vinyl chloride monomer (VCM). The VCM is then purified and stabilized before being used as a feedstock for the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and other vinyl-based materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, such as vinyl chloride, include ethylene gas, chlorine gas, and various catalysts and additives. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and storage tanks, are necessary for the production and processing of these chemicals.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 290321 is vinyl chloride (chloroethylene), which is a key building block for the production of 392010 (polyvinyl chloride (PVC)) and other vinyl-based materials. These materials find widespread use in the manufacture of a variety of products, including 391810 pipes and fittings, 392010 window frames, 392010 flooring, and 392010 packaging, among others.

Revisions to 290321

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 290321. The most recent 1 version of this code (290321) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290321 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2903'>2903: Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290321'>290321: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290311'>290311: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290312'>290312: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; dichloromethane (methylene chloride)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290313'>290313: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloroform (trichloromethane)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290314'>290314: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; carbon tetrachloride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290315'>290315: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290319'>290319: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.1</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290322'>290322: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; trichloroethylene</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290323'>290323: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290329'>290329: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.2</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290331'>290331: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290339'>290339: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; other than ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290371'>290371: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoromethane</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290372'>290372: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorotrifluoroethane</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290373'>290373: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorofluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290374'>290374: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290375'>290375: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichloropentafluoropropanes</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290376'>290376: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; bromochlorodifluoromethane, bromotrifluoromethane, and dibromotetrafluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290377'>290377: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in headings 290371 to 290376, perhalogenated only with fluorine and chlorine</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290378'>290378: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; perhalogenated derivatives, other than those only with fluorine and chlorine, n.e.c. in item no. 2903.71 to 2903.76</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290379'>290379: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290381'>290381: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN)</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290382'>290382: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; aldrin (ISO), chlordane (ISO), and heptachlor (ISO)</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290383'>290383: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; mirex (ISO)</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290389'>290389: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.8</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290391'>290391: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290392'>290392: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; hexachlorobenzene (ISO) and DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN), and 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane)</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290393'>290393: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; pentachlorobenzene (ISO)</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290394'>290394: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; hexabromobiphenyls</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290399'>290399: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.91, 2903.92, 2903.93 and 2903.94</a>"]

    

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